Footage reveals an intriguing moment between Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz at the Spanish Grand Prix.
- The two Ferrari drivers were seen discussing their on-track contact soon after it happened.
- Leclerc and Sainz had a minor collision early in the race at Turn 1.
- Despite Sainz’s bold maneuvers, Leclerc eventually finished ahead in the race.
- Both drivers had different strategies and opinions about the incident.
In an engaging twist to the Spanish Grand Prix, footage captured the moment Charles Leclerc sought out his Ferrari teammate, Carlos Sainz, in the paddock. This immediately followed an incident during the race where they made slight contact at Turn 1. The video, which surfaced on social media, showcased the two discussing the events as they unfolded on track.
Sainz attempted an aggressive move by going around the outside at Turn 1, but aborted the corner after their contact. He maneuvered around the bollard at Turn 2 and managed to maintain his position. No steward investigation followed, indicating the minor nature of the contact. However, Leclerc ultimately outperformed Sainz by switching to soft tires in his final stint, whereas Sainz struggled with a loss of pace on hard tires.
Reflecting on the incident, Leclerc noted the importance of managing tires, especially at Turn 14, a key corner for tire conservation. He felt caught off guard by Sainz’s actions, expressing that it put him at a disadvantage and caused damage to his front wing. “We discussed before the race that it was the part of the race where we had to both manage the tyres as much as possible,” he conveyed to Sky F1.
For Sainz, the moment was a standard part of racing strategy. He defended his decision, stating that with a significant part of his car ahead, he believed he had the right to maintain his position. “I think it’s too many times that he complains after a race about something,” Sainz remarked, highlighting his aggressive approach with a soft-medium-hard tire strategy, which ultimately did not pay off.
The conversation between Leclerc and Sainz in parc fermé likely addressed these contrasting views. Leclerc’s shift to a soft-medium-soft setup proved advantageous in the end, but both drivers were candid in their post-race interviews, offering an interesting look at their dynamic and the complexities of team racing.
The Spanish Grand Prix showcased the intricate balance of teamwork and competition within Ferrari, offering fans a glimpse behind the scenes.
